My research focuses on preserving and maintaining historic buildings and bridges. I study traditional and eco-friendly architecture and investigate how materials like masonry, bamboo, and earth behave under different conditions. This involves using methods that don’t damage the structures and conducting large-scale tests. I also work on making buildings more robust and resilient. Additionally, I explore how new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and digital twins, can be used in architecture, construction, and engineering to improve the way we monitor and manage structures.

In my teaching, I cover a broad range of topics related to structural engineering and conservation of the built cultural heritage environment. This includes the principles of designing and analyzing buildings and bridges, understanding how different materials behave under various conditions, and ensuring the safety and durability of structures. I also teach about the latest advancements in construction technologies and sustainable building practices. My goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to contribute to the field of structural engineering and to innovate in the design and maintenance of the built environment.

I am looking for motivated PhD students and Postdoctoral researchers to join my research group and work in projects focused on, but not limited to:

• Conservation techniques for historic buildings and bridges.
• Non-destructive inspection methods for heritage structures.
• Diagnosis and intervention design for aging infrastructure.
• Monitoring systems for buildings with historical and cultural value.
• Sustainable and vernacular architecture methods.
• Structural behaviour and mechanical properties of structures.
• Performance of earthen structures under various conditions.
• Development of specialized constitutive models for traditional materials.
• Advanced non-linear numerical simulations in structural engineering.
• Enhancing the robustness and resilience of the built environment.
• Implementation of artificial intelligence in structural engineering and conservation.
• Asset information modelling for heritage conservation.
• Large-scale experimental testing of sustainable building materials.
• Structural health monitoring systems for historic sites.
• Digital twins.

Why Join Us?

At the University of Bath, you will be part of a vibrant academic community that fosters innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including laboratories equipped for large-scale testing, advanced computational tools, and a network of leading experts in the field. Our location in a UNESCO World Heritage city also provides a unique context for research in conservation and heritage.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in pursuing a PhD or Postdoctoral research in any of these areas, I encourage you to get in touch. Please send your CV, a brief cover letter outlining your research interests, and any relevant publications to [email protected]

Let’s work together to advance the field of structural engineering and conservation making a lasting impact on our built cultural heritage environment!